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This fall The Brunswick Beacon asked readers to share glimpses of what makes life in Brunswick County unique by entering the Brunswick Life photo contest. There were three age categories for adults, teens and children.

Once again the talent and beauty of Brunswick County amazed the staff. Judging was difficult. There were many quality entries showcasing different aspects of the county.

The Home from the Hunt campaign of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reminding waterfowl hunters who hunt from a boat to practice boating safety and hunting safety.
“Statistics show more hunters die from hypothermia and drowning than gunshot wounds,” said Maj. Chris Huebner, the state boating safety coordinator. “Hypothermia is the loss of body heat and, left untreated, can prove fatal. Exposure to extreme cold, such as being in cold water or wearing wet clothes in cold conditions, can increase the chance of hypothermia.”

SHALLOTTE—There is a new mayor leading the way into 2012 for Shallotte—Sara McCullough.

While it may be her first time serving as the town’s mayor, it’s certainly not the first time she has served the town. McCullough has been actively volunteering here for more than 10 years.

From hanging Christmas lights and planting flowers to serving as chairman of the town’s appearance committee to public service as an alderman, McCullough knows Shallotte and plans to continue helping where she is needed.

The West Brunswick junior varsity boys’ basketball team won two of three games last week.
The Trojans (3-1) beat North Myrtle Beach 33-27 on Nov. 29. Demaria Evans scored nine points, Saadiq Johnson six and Shermonde Fulwood five.
“I thought we played pretty well,” coach Jason Younts said. “It was a pretty evenly matched game. We did a good job in the third quarter extending our lead, which allowed us to maintain control of the game.

The First Tee’s 2012 Player Card is ready for sale.
“This year, we have 29 courses in Brunswick County on the Player Card,” said Rebecca Albin, executive director of The First Tee of Brunswick County.
“Our chapter enjoys amazing support from our local golf community. Each golf course community in Brunswick County is represented this year. There is not another chapter in the network with this kind of support from its local golf courses.”